July 2014 - Darlington Together by Darlington Borough Council

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Welcome to this month’s magazine for Darlington Borough Welcome to the July edition of Darlington Together

The next event isn’t necessary one for children, but it’s one close to my heart! I’m delighted that Rockcliffe Hall will be hosting the English Senior Open again next month – an event which will see 10,000 people come to JULY Darlington over the course of three days; a wonderful boost for our hotels, shops and restaurants.You can find out more about it on page 19.

You may or may not be aware that a new refuse and recycling collection starts in October, where rubbish will be collected one week and recycling the next. We’re keen to get the message out about this to all Darlington residents, so you know how the changes will affect you and what you will be able to recycle. Please visit pages 30 and 31 to find out more.

If you’ve had a quick flick through the magazine already, you will undoubtedly notice that there’s a lot of information about what’s on during the summer holidays, which start at the end of this month. There’s always lots taking place in Darlington, and we pride ourselves on the wide range of events taking place – whether your child is interested in arts, sports, or just making new friends. Check out pages 21 to 28 to find out more, or alternatively visit www.whatsonindarlington.co.uk

Cllr Bill Dixon MBE (@billdixondton) Leader of the Council

MP’s surgeries Jenny Chapman: MP for Darlington. Walk-in surgery will be held on Friday 4 and Friday 18 July from 9:30 - 10:30am at the Constituency Office, 40a Coniscliffe Road, Darlington, DL3 7RG. E-mail: jenny.chapman.mp@parliament.uk Call: 01325 382345

Phil Wilson: MP for Sedgefield. The office is open between Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 5pm. Appointments can be arranged by calling 01325 321603 or e-mail phil.wilson.mp@parliament.uk

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NEWS IN BRIEF Volunteer and help others:

Keep on running:

Are you interested in supporting victims, rehabilitating offenders and restoring peace between neighbours? If so, why not volunteer as a ‘restorative facilitator’? You will receive lots of useful training and work alongside the Council and Police to help address issues of lowlevel crime and anti-social behaviour. Email nradmin@darlington.gov.uk before 21 July for more information.

Entries are still open for the Sherwoods Vauxhall Darlington 10km on Sunday 10 August. To find out more about the race and to enter visit www.darlington.gov.uk/10km. If you are on Facebook, why not give www.facebook.com/darlington10km a like for all the latest news?

Make the shift to thrift: The Festival of Thrift returns to Darlington on 27 and 28 September for a fabulous second year – come along and take part in workshops, enjoy the entertainment and do a bit of thrifty shopping! Visit www.festivalofthrift.co.uk to find out more.

Do you have a spare room? If you do, could you provide support and accommodation for a young person aged 16-21 who has just left care? We can offer you training, support and a weekly payment. For more information please call 01325 406166 / 01325 388077 or email supportedlodgings@darlington.gov.uk

STREET SCENE www.darlington.gov.uk/streetscene Tel (01325) 388777 COUNCIL TAX www.darlington.gov.uk/counciltax Tel (01325) 388373 HOUSING BENEFIT AND COUNCIL TAX SUPPORT www.darlington.gov.uk/benefits Tel (01325) 388514 HOUSING AND REPAIRS www.darlington.gov.uk/housing Tel (01325) 388542 HIGHWAYS,TRANSPORT, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH www.darlington.gov.uk Tel (01325) 388799

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Tee-ing up for top event Darlington will be swinging into action in August as it plays host to the biggest sporting tournament to be held in the North East this year. Golf’s English Senior Open is taking place over the August Bank Holiday weekend (Friday 22 to Sunday 24 August) at Rockcliffe Hall and is set to attract 10,000 people to the Borough. Last year, golf fans from Darlington and beyond came to watch the event, which featured top European tour players such as Mark James, Barry Lane, Miguel Ángel Martín and Peter Fowler – with Denmark’s Steen Tinning claiming the title. “This is a fantastic scoop for Darlington and will bring huge economic benefits for the Borough as a whole. “It’s a chance for visitors to discover what Darlington has to offer and will bring a good boost to trade for hotels, B&Bs, cafes, restaurants and shops. “We’d encourage businesses to make the most of this event and the potential customer base that will be in the area.”

Individual day tickets cost £10 and season tickets (which cover all three days) cost £20. Junior day tickets for under 16’s are free. Tickets are available online and at venues throughout Darlington. Volunteers are also needed to ball-spot and help setup for the tournament. Find out more by calling 01325 729980 or visit www.rockcliffehall.com/englishsenioropen

Bill Dixon, Leader of the Council

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Parks in Darlington Feeling the Love Friday 25 July to Sunday 3 August is Love Parks Week and Darlington’s beautiful parks will be joining hosts of others around the UK by putting on events, encouraging millions to get outside and show some love to their local park. Love Parks Week is a national initiative which has grown year on year. Falling on the first full week of the Summer holidays, it’s the perfect time to spend some time in one of Darlington’s parks, two of which (South Park and West Cemetery) have won the coveted Green Flag Award.

Messing about in The Denes Friday 25 July • 1-3pm • FREE A fun-filled afternoon of sports and crafts, families can come along with a picnic and explore The Denes, creating their own finger paintings of wildlife in the park to take home. Suitable for children under eight, meet at the Play Dene (Widdowfield Street).

Messing about in South Park Friday 1 August • 1-3pm • FREE Join the Rangers for an Alice in Wonderland themed craft session where children can come along dressed as their favourite characters from the story and make crafts, play games and join in to solve the prickly tickly trail. Suitable for 0-9 years, meet at the second bowling green at South Park.

Get involved in Park Life Love Parks Week is a great time to celebrate the work carried out in our parks. Throughout the year, hundreds of volunteers give their time to make Darlington’s parks a wonderful place to spend time. To find out more about Darlington parks or to volunteer, visit www.darlington.gov.uk/parks “As a member of the Friends of South Park I aim to do my bit to enhance and maintain the park. We have a garden club with several flower beds of our own which we plant and maintain and a new nectar border for bees and butterflies. We also do regular litter picks. I don’t enjoy clearing up behind other folk but would like to see South Park as a litter free zone and get the message across that rubbish spoils the park and is also hazardous to the local wildlife. We also raise funds for the group and have purchased picnic tables and have commissioned several carved wood sculptures. It’s great that I can do something I enjoy and also make a difference to a park I love.” Jan Bradshaw Volunteer with the Friends of South Park

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Get set for Summer in Darlington! Thinking of packing your bags, booking a flight and getting away from it all this summer holiday? No need – there’s plenty going on in Darlington for all the family!

We’ve put together eight pages of fun – hopefully in the sun – for parents and children of all ages. Read on and make a date for Darlington.

Darlington Dance Festival – Mass Dance Saturday 12 July, 12:30 - 2:30pm Market Square Come along and watch the very best dance schools and community groups join together to perform a mass dance in the market square! Professional dancers will provide workshops and there will be dance demonstrations for everyone to join in.

Darlington by the Sea featuring the Change 4 Life Roadshow Thursday 24 July, 11am - 4pm Market Square Come to the Market Square on the 24 July for the fantastic launch of Darlington by the Sea which will feature the Change4Life roadshow. This seaside spectacular will include a sandy beach in the town centre, first class street entertainment and lots of family activities for everyone to enjoy. Plus the fun doesn't stop there! Distinct Darlington are continuing the Darlington by the Sea programme from 25 July right through to 7 August with lots of activities to keep you entertained this summer. For more information about Darlington by the Sea visit www.darlington.gov.uk/events

Sherwoods Vauxhall Darlington 10km and Family Fun Run Sunday 11 August Darlington Town Centre Take part in one of the region’s top road races, as well as a fun two-lap run of High Row and Skinnergate! Visit www.darlington.gov.uk/10k for more information and to book. 10km open to over 15s. Family fun run open to all ages.

Fancy a dance – tea dance Wednesday 13 August, 11am - 3pm Market Square Put on your dancing shoes and join us in the Market Square for a traditional tea dance. There’ll be live music, free cream teas and the chance to win a prize or two! Don’t forget, there’s more information about what’s on all year round on www.darlington.gov.uk/events and www.whatsonindarlington.co.uk. There’s also more events information on pages 38 and 39.

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Get Going Summer 2014 Our Get Going Summer programme supports the Change 4 Life national health campaign. For further information on Change 4 Life visit www.nhs/change4life

Provided by

Healthy Darlington is a Council service that aims to get everyone in Darlington to eat well, move more and live longer. It operates through The Dolphin Centre, Eastbourne Sports Complex, Sports Development as well as events in Darlington. For more details on sporting activities in the summer contact 01325 254370.

19 – 26 July

28 July – 3 August

FOOTBALL COACHING WITH MARTIN GREY’S FOOTBALL ACADEMY

TRAMPOLINING

DIVING

28 July - 1 August

19 (Match Day experience) 21 - 23 July (Coaching)

Dolphin Centre

1 - 2.30pm

8 - 10am

5-16 years

2.30 - 4pm

Learn the basics of diving on this weeklong camp. There will be land based and pool based training and the week will be delivered by qualified coaches from Darlington Sports Team.

Two days of coaching and one day of stadium tours at Sunderland and Newcastle Football Club.

£20 for the week 01325 254370

£45 07921 334577

Eastbourne Sports Complex 10am - Noon match day then transport to the game. 10am - 3pm coaching day 4 years + Football coaching course with match day experience. £40 including lunch on the Saturday for the match day experience. Transport provided for the Saturday match day 07921 334577

5-16 years Come and take part in this week-long Trampolining camp where enjoyment is guaranteed! Learn the basics from tuck, pike and straddle to the more advanced front and back somersaults. £15 for the week 01325 254370

FOOTBALL COACHING WITH MARTIN GREY’S FOOTBALL ACADEMY

29 - 31 July Eastbourne Sports Complex 10am - 3pm

ROUNDERS

28 July - 1 August

4 years +

XPLORER

2 August West Park, play area entrance

CRICKET

Eastbourne Sports Complex

28 July - 1 August

1 - 2.30pm

Darlington RA

7-16 years

23 & 26 July

10am - Noon

South Park Clock Tower

5-16 years

10.30am - 12.30pm

Come and enjoy this fun introduction to cricket with qualified coaches that will work with beginners and develop existing players.

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Come and enjoy this Rounders camp delivered by Darlington Sports Development Team. £20 for the week 01325 254370

Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimed at primary and pre-school children and their parents, grandparents and guardians. It is an outdoor navigational challenge for the whole family to enjoy and involves a healthy mix of physical activity and decision making.

£20 for the week 01325 254370

ATHLETICS

£1 per person, under 3’s free 01325 254370

XPLORER

Families Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimed at primary and pre-school children and their parents, grandparents and guardians. It is an outdoor navigational challenge for the whole family to enjoy and involves a healthy mix of physical activity and decision making. £1 per person, under 3’s free 01325 254370

10.30am - 2.30pm Families

28 July - 1 August GYMNASTICS

Eastbourne Sports Complex

28 July - 1 August

10am - Noon

Dolphin Centre 2 - 4pm 5-16 years Practise your forward rolls and tumble turns and learn how to use the basic gymnastic equipment in a fun and friendly environment. This course is ideal for beginner gymnastics. £20 for the week 01325 254370

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5-16 years A fun introduction to athletics, giving you the chance to try out a wide range of athletic activities including long jump, triple jump, javelin and much more. £20 for the week 01325 254370

Did you know only 20% of girls and 25% of boys aged 5-10 get their recommended sixty minutes of activity a day?

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4 August – 10 August

11 August – 17 August

GYMNASTICS

NETBALL

TRAMPOLINING

TABLE TENNIS

4 - 8 August

11 - 15 August

Dolphin Centre

St Aidans Academy

Dolphin Centre

2 - 4pm

1 - 3pm

1 - 2.30pm

2 - 4pm

5-16 years

8-16 years

Organised by coaches from Darlington DJ’s Netball Club these sessions are ideal for beginners and all ages and abilities are welcome.

2.30 - 4pm

Organised by players from Darlington Table Tennis Academy the sessions are ideal for beginners and all ages and abilities are welcome.

Practice your forward rolls and tumble turns and learn how to use the basic gymnastic equipment in a fun and friendly environment. This course is ideal for beginner gymnastics. £20 for the week 01325 254370

TRI-GOLF

4 - 8 August

5-16 years

£20 for the week 01325 254370

Come and take part in this week-long Trampolining camp where enjoyment is guaranteed! Learn the basics from tuck, pike and straddle to the more advanced front and back somersaults.

DIVING

£15 for the week 01325 254370

4 - 8 August

ATHLETICS

11 - 15 August

Dolphin Centre

Eastbourne Sports Complex

Blackwell Grange Golf Club

8 - 10am

DIVING

10am - Noon

5-16 years

11 - 15 August

5-11 years

Learn the basics of diving on this weeklong camp. There will be land based and pool based training and the week will be delivered by qualified coaches from Darlington Sports Team.

Dolphin Centre

Come and take part in this week-long Tri-Golf camp. This mini version of golf is designed to provide an enjoyable introduction to the sport. The sessions will be delivered by qualified PGA golf coaches from Darlington Sports Development Team. £20 for the week 01325 254370

10am - Noon

8 - 10am 5-16 years

£20 for the week 01325 254370

Learn the basics of diving on this weeklong camp. There will be land based and pool based training and the week will be delivered by qualified coaches from Darlington Sports Team.

FAMILY ROUNDERS

£20 for the week 01325 254370

9 August

£20 for the week 01325 254370

XPLORER

13 & 16 August

TRAMPOLINING

South Park Clock Tower

4 - 8 August

Noon - 2pm

STREET SWORDS

10.30am - 12.30pm

Families

11 - 15 August

Families

Dolphin Centre

2.30 - 4pm

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Come and enjoy this fun filled family Rounders day delivered by Darlington Sports Development Team.

5-16 years

Free

Dolphin Centre 1 - 2.30pm 5-16 years

Come and take part in this week-long Trampolining camp where enjoyment is guaranteed! Learn the basics from tuck, pike and straddle to the more advanced front and back somersaults. £15 for week 01325 254370

BIG CLUBS LITTLE CLUBS

9 August Blackwell Grange Golf Club 1 - 2.30pm

4 - 8 August

Fun based golf competition playing a tri golf course with a parent or guardian. Two players per team.

Longfield Academy

£3 per team

10am - Noon 6-16 years

XPLORER

Have you been watching Wimbledon this summer? Darlington Sports Development will be running a weeklong tennis camp for those that would like to improve serves, backhand, forehand and smash.

9 August

£20 for the week 01325 254370

1 - 2pm 7-16 years 2 - 3pm 7-16 years

Families

TENNIS

South Park Clock Tower

South Park Clock Tower 10.30am - 12.30pm Families Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimed at primary and pre-school children and their parents, grandparents and guardians. It is an outdoor navigational challenge for the whole family to enjoy and involves a healthy mix of physical activity and decision making.

Want to be a sword fighter? Street Swords is holding a series of fencing tasters for children of all abilities. Coaches by the England Fencing Team Manager, that will give you the moves and skills to fence others. £10 for the week 01325 254370

FAMILY ROUNDERS

16 August South Park Clock Tower Noon - 2pm

TENNIS

Families

11 - 15 August

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Come and enjoy this fun filled family Rounders day delivered by Darlington Sports Development Team.

Longfield Academy 10am - Noon 6-16 years

Free

Have you been watching Wimbledon this summer? Darlington Sports Development will be running a weeklong tennis camp for those who would like to improve their serves, backhand, forehand and smash. £20 for the week 01325 254370

£1 per person, under 3’s free 01325 254370

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18 August – 24 August TRAMPOLINING

ROUNDERS

MULTI SKILLS

XPLORER

18 - 22 August

23 August

Dolphin Centre

Eastbourne Sports Complex

Dolphin Centre

West Park, play area entrance

12.30 - 2pm

1 - 2.30pm

12.30 - 2pm

10.30am - 12.30pm

5-16 years

7-16 years

5-11 years

Families

Come and take part in this week-long

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Come

An introduction to the FUNdamentals

Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimed

Trampolining camp where enjoyment is

and enjoy this Rounders camp

of movement and movement skills,

at primary and pre-school children and

guaranteed! Learn the basics from tuck,

delivered by Darlington Sports

which will then be used in fun game

their parents, grandparents and

pike and straddle to the more advanced

Development Team.

activities.

guardians. It is an outdoor navigational

front and back somersaults.

£20 for the week 01325 254370

£15 for the week 01325 254370

challenge for the whole family to enjoy

£15 for the week 01325 254370

and involves a healthy mix of physical activity and decision making.

DIVING

FAMILY BADMINTON

CRICKET

18 - 22 August

18 August

18 - 22 August

Dolphin Centre

Rockliffe Park Cricket Club

8 - 10am

1 - 2pm

10am - Noon

5-16 years

Families

£1 per person, under 3’s free 01325 254370

30 August

5-16 years

Learn the basics of diving on this week-

Come and enjoy a game of Badminton

Come and enjoy this fun introduction to

long camp. There will be land based

with your family.

cricket with qualified coaches who will

and pool based training and the week

XPLORER

work with beginners and develop

will be delivered by qualified coaches

£1 per person 01325 254370

30 August

existing players.

from Darlington Sports Team.

£20 for the week 01325 254370

South Park Clock Tower 10.30am - 12.30pm

FAMILY BADMINTON

Families

22 August

Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimed

Dolphin Centre

TRI-GOLF

TABLE TENNIS

at primary and pre-school children and

1 - 2.30pm

18 - 22 August

their parents, grandparents and

Families

guardians. It is an outdoor navigational

Blackwell Grange Golf Club

Dolphin Centre

Come and enjoy a game of Badminton

challenge for the whole family to enjoy

10am - Noon

3 - 5pm

with your family.

and involves a healthy mix of physical

5-11 years

8-16 years

activity and decision making.

Come and take part in this week-long

Organised by players from Darlington

£2 per person 01325 254370

Tri-Golf camp. This mini version of golf

Table Tennis Academy the sessions are

is designed to provide an enjoyable

ideal for beginners and all ages and

introduction to the sport. The sessions

abilities are welcome.

will be delivered by qualified PGA golf

£20 for the week 01325 254370

coaches from Darlington Sports

£1 per person, under 3’s free 01325 254370

Development Team. £20 for the week 01325 254370

Get on the ball! Enjoy some world class football fun at the Dolphin Centre this summer with Saturday morning football sessions for different age groups. Coached by FA qualified instructors. £3 per session – call 01325 388406 to book.

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Get in the swim this summer Take a dive from the high board, brave the slides, enjoy fun in the main pool or splash around in the toddler pool. Plus, don’t miss the popular disco float sessions with the inflatable pirate ship and your favourite tracks – Monday to Friday from 2 – 3:45pm. For more serious swimmers, there’s the chance to brush up on swimming skills with our intensive swimming course.

If you have little ones, why not bring them along to Fin’s Fun Time for a morning of fun, games, songs and music at the Dolphin Centre Studio? Wednesdays from 10 – 11:30am throughout the school holidays, 0 – 4 years, £3.45 a session. For details call 01325 388406 or visit www.darlington.gov.uk/dolphin

Park life this Summer There’s green and open space on your doorstep here in Darlington – and with 16 parks and 10 nature reserves you’ll be spoilt for choice! XPLORER CHALLENGE: A fun outdoor event aimed at young children involving navigational skills, decision making and physical activity – Xplorer challenge will take part at North Park, South Park and West Park and costs £1 per person. For details and to book call 01325 254370. THE MACMILLAN TODDLE – Sunday 13 July, 11am, South Park: This one mile sponsored walk is just right for little legs, with plenty of fun activities taking place during the day. To register call Michelle Thompson on 07877673030 or email Thompson.m2@sky.com OUR BIG GIG – Sunday 13 July, 11am, South Park: A free, fun music filled day for everyone.

For details call 01325 388151. WEST PARK ACTIVITY DAY – Sunday 13 July, 11am-4pm, West Park. Stalls and activities, Zorbs, archery, face painting and refreshments. BIG BIFF’S FUN RUN – Sunday 3 August, South Park: A 5km run, with lots of entertainment! NATIONAL PLAY DAY – Wednesday 6 August, South Park: Arts, crafts and fun activities for children and parents. There’s more information about events in our parks on page 20 too! For more information visit www.darlington.gov.uk/parks or call 01325 406720.

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Get on track at the Head of Steam!

The Head of Steam museum is open throughout the summer holidays, from 10am – 4pm,Tuesday to Sunday. Find out more about the railways in Darlington, take part in fun activities… why not even bring a picnic lunch to enjoy outside?

A Grand Day Out, Sunday 20 July, 10am – 4pm You’re guaranteed ‘A Grand Day Out’ full of Victorian fun and entertainment at Head of Steam this summer! Flea circus, coconut shy,Victorian arts and crafts, Punch and Judy and lots more. £1 entrance fee, annual family members go free.

The Alternative Head of Steam Experience, 26 July, £5 per person. Join your tour guide Andy Fury as he takes you on a tour of Head of Steam with a difference! Part of Darlington Comedy Festival. Visit www.darlingtoncomedyfestival.co.uk to book. Please be aware that only tours before 4pm are recommended as family friendly!

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Summer arts and crafts – every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday throughout the summer holidays (23 July – 31 August), 1 – 3pm. Drop in for a variety of fun arts and crafts for all the family – included in admission and annual family member passes. For more information about Head of Steam visit www.head-of-steam.co.uk or call 01325 460532

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Your Local

Library!

Come rain or shine this summer holiday, there’s lots going on at Crown Street and Cockerton Libraries. You can listen to stories, play games and even meet some fuzzy critters! There’s something happening at Crown Street Library almost every day of the week throughout the holidays.

MONDAYS 10:30am: Visual storytelling with author Kay Wilson. Free session for children under 6. TUESDAYS 10am: Bookstart Baby Rhymetime. Free session for babies under 1 year. WEDNESDAYS 10-11am: Write stuff creative writing group. A free and fun creative writing group for ages 8 to 11. Booking essential. THURSDAYS Afternoon sessions: Try out different games and sports every week. For children aged up to 11. SATURDAYS 10:30am: Saturday story club: Stories and crafts. Free sessions for ages 3 and over.

Wednesday 30 July & 27 August, 1:30pm COCKERTON CRAFTS Cockerton Library FREE Fun craft sessions for children age 3-9. Booking essential.

Friday 1 August, 10am JAY’S ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS Crown Street Library £3.50 per child (babies under 1 year free) Jay will be bringing a range of animals to meet and learn about, including meerkats and hedgehogs. Booking essential, cost payable on booking.

Friday 8 August, 10am LEARN TO DRAW WITH LIZ MILLION Crown Street Library £3.50 per child Children’s author and illustrator Liz Million shares her drawing techniques in a fun and lively way! For children aged 5 and over. Booking essential, cost payable on booking.

Take part in the Summer Reading Challenge! Read a book this summer and you could win a prize! To complete the challenge children need to borrow books from the library on three separate occasions during the holidays. There are prizes and rewards along the way and everyone who completes the challenge will go into a draw to win a star prize.

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Darlington’s Award Winning

Summer Market Thursday14 to Sunday 17 August There will be lots taking place in Darlington Town Centre this Summer, with Darlington’s biggest market event of the year taking place in August. There will be a full range of market stalls as well as children’s fairground rides and entertainment, live music, a radio roadshow and a motor-cycle rally and display. For more information visit www.darlington.gov.uk/markets or call 01325 388207.

Have fun and stay cool in the hot weather There’s so much going on for the whole family this summer in Darlington, but please make sure you don’t overheat whilst having fun during the hot weather. Here are some handy tips: • Keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm • If you have to go out in the heat, walk in the shade, apply sunscreen and wear a hat and light scarf • Avoid strenuous activities during the hotter parts of the day

Mice times at Darlington Civic Everyone’s favourite little star Angelina Ballerina, pirouettes onto the stage at Darlington Civic Theatre from Friday 25 July to Sunday 27 July. Tickets are £12.50 and are available on the Civic Theatre website – www.darlingtoncivic.co.uk on 01325 486555 or through the Box Office.

• Have plenty of cold drinks and foods • Contact your doctor, a pharmacist or call 111 if you are worried about your health during a heat wave, especially if you are taking medication, if you feel unwell or have any unusual symptoms. For more information and guidance visit www.nhs.uk/livewell/summerhealth

Want to know more about what’s going on? Visit www.darlington.gov.uk/events or www.whatsonindarlington.co.uk for more details about events taking place in the Summer holidays.

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Check out our Facebook (www.facebook.com/darlingtonboroughcouncil) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/darlingtonbc) throughout the holidays for all the latest news and updates!

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Is your two year old child eligible for free childcare? We’re celebrating the fact that more Darlington children than ever are accessing their 15 hours of free childcare a week. When the scheme began in September 2009, 50 two-year olds were accessing free childcare. Over 260 two-year olds are now accessing free childcare!

Is my child eligible? Your child is eligible if: • They are being ‘looked after’ by the Council • They have left care through special guardianship, an adoption or residence order • They have a statement of Special Educational Needs or an Education, Health and Care plan • They attract Disability Living Allowance

Or if you receive the following benefits your child may be eligible: • Income Support • Income based Jobseekers Allowance • Income related Employment and Support Allowance • Support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 • The guarantee element of State Pension Credit • Child Tax Credit (provided you are not entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual income that does not exceed £16,190) • Working Tax Credit and have annual gross earnings of no more than £16,190 per year. • Universal Credit If you are not eligible for free childcare, there still may be help available – contact People and Families’ Information Support (PFIS) on the details to the right.

Parents can access childcare for a maximum of 15 hours a week during term time. Some providers offer a ‘stretched’ offer where parents can access fewer hours a week over more weeks (including during the summer holidays) Parents are able to choose from a variety of private day nurseries, a maintained nursery, playgroups and childminders across the Borough. There are also plans to create funded places in Darlington schools this Autumn, increasing choice even further. This good quality childcare enables children to learn, make new friends, experience new activities and lets parents go back to work or go into further/higher education.

If you would like to know if your child is eligible, we can run a check over the phone if you have your National Insurance Number to hand. Contact PFIS on 0800 9172121 or pfis@darlington.gov.uk. More information is available online: www.darlington.gov.uk/freeearlyeducation

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Revised Weekly Collections How will they work for me? SCHEME A Week 1: RUBBISH

General RUBBISH Bin

This will be the scheme that will be used for the majority of households in Darlington.

Week 2: RECYCLING You’ll get a new BLACK bin with a GREEN lid this is for cans, tins, aerosols, plastics, juice cartons/ tetrapacks and foil.

Caddy for PAPER which fits inside your bin

Use your existing BLACK bin for household waste that can’t be recycled. We won’t collect any extra waste put out in bags.

Where do I put my rubbish and recyclingcontainers for collection? Please put your refuse and recycling out for collection where you place your refuse now, ensuring that you don’t block the pavement.

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General RECYCLING Bin

You’ll get a BLACK caddy, which sits inside your recycling bin. Use this for paper, card and cardboard. If you have excess bulky cardboard, this can be placed at the side of your recycling bin and we’ll collect it.

GLASS Recycling Box No change from before. Use your existing GREEN box for recycling glass bottles and jars.

Why are you introducing this new system? We are changing this system to save £400,000 a year – money which can be used to help us continue to provide essential services in Darlington. The new system will also help boost Darlington’s already excellent recycling rates.

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A new refuse and recycling system will start on October 6. It means that your general rubbish will be collected one week and your recycling the next. You currently have a green box for glass, a blue bag for paper and card, and a black wheeled bin for everything else. In October, this will change to one of two schemes, depending on where you live. Find out more about the changes below...

SCHEME B Week 1: RUBBISH

This will be the scheme for approximately 7,000 properties in Darlington.This is because of access restrictions for our recycling vehicles.

Week 2: RECYCLING No change from before. Use your existing GREEN box for recycling glass bottles and jars.

General RUBBISH Bin

Use your existing BLACK bin for household waste that can’t be recycled. We won’t collect any extra waste put out in bags.

Where do I put my rubbish and recycling containers for collection? There won’t be any change – just put it in same place you put your refuse and recycling now, ensuring that you don’t block the pavement.

No change from before. Use your existing BLUE bag for paper, card and cardboard. If you have excess bulky cardboard, this can be placed at the side of your recycling boxes and we’ll collect it.

PAPER

You’ll get a large GREEN box which is for cans, tins, aerosols/plastics, juice cartons/tetrapacks and foil. If you have extra recycling, put it in a carrier bag next to your box and we’ll collect it.

GLASS Recycling Box

+ GENERAL Recycling Box

How will I find out if I will be on SCHEME A or SCHEME B? From August you will be able to find out which scheme has been allocated to your property by visiting www.darlington.gov.uk/recycle (or scanning the QR code) and entering your postcode. We’ll also be sending a leaflet to every household in Darlington in August which will let you know whether your property will get a new wheeled bin or a new box.

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DARLINGTON TOGETHER

Please contact your local councillor if you have any issues that are affecting life in your ward – they are here to listen to you. You can email, call and meet them face-to-face at regular ward surgeries. For more information visit www.darlington.gov.uk/wards

E-mailing councillors: If you wish to e-mail your councillor their e-mail address is: firstname.lastname@darlington.gov.uk For example, if you wish to e-mail Bill Dixon, type in bill.dixon@darlington.gov.uk • The only exceptions are Andy Scott (Haughton West Ward), Anne-Marie Curry (North Road Ward) and Tom Nutt (Haughton North); their e-mail addresses are shown with their ward surgery details.

BANK TOP WARD Veronica Copeland (L) Tel: 358530; Chris Taylor (L), Tel: 243298. Fri 18 July, King William Street Community Centre 5pm-6pm. Wesley Court Community Centre, Rocket Street 6pm-6.30pm.

HURWORTH WARD Joe Kelley (LD) Tel: 266760. Martin Swainston (LD) Tel: 07535637060. Thurs 7 Aug, Hurworth Grange Community Centre Library 6pm-7pm.

CENTRAL WARD Jan Taylor (L) Tel: 243298; Malcolm Wright (L) Tel: 484374. Wed 23 July, Park Place Community Centre, 6pm7pm.

LASCELLES WARD Wendy Newall (L) Tel: 251574. Helen Crumbie (L) Tel: 462642. Sat 12 July, Cleveland Bridge Social Club 12 noon – 1pm. Tue 15 July, St John’s Church of England Academy, 6pm-7pm.

COCKERTON EAST WARD Paul Baldwin (L) Tel: 362690 Sue Richmond (L) Tel: 351538. Bryan Thistlethwaite (L) Tel: 485466. Thurs 10 July, Cockerton Library 6pm-7pm.

LINGFIELD WARD Ian Haszeldine (L) Tel: 741508 Lynne Haszeldine (L) Tel: 07950521511.Wed 9 July, Eastbourne Sports Complex, 6pm-6.30pm.

COCKERTON WEST WARD Jan Cossins (L) Tel: 241124 David Regan (L) Tel: 495258. Wed 9 July, Windsor Court 10am11am. Thurs 10 July, Cockerton Library 6pm – 7pm.

MIDDLETON ST. GEORGE WARD Doris Jones (C) Tel: 332820 Steve York (C) Tel: 332025. Tues 22 July, Dinsdale Court 6.15pm-7.15pm.

COLLEGE WARD Tony Richmond (C) Tel: 351538 Ian Galletley (C) Tel: 07507904109. Wed 9 July, Abbey Junior School 7pm-8pm.

MOWDEN WARD Bill Stenson (C) Tel: 468249. Pauline Culley (C) Tel: 07535470805 There is no ward surgery to be held this month.

EASTBOURNE WARD Roderick Crichlow (L) Tel: 488173 Bill Dixon (L) Tel: 486588. Lee Vasey (L) Tel: 488513. Wed 16 July, Pilmoor Green Community Centre 5pm-6pm. Wed 30 July, Maidendale House 3pm-4pm.

NORTH ROAD WARD Anne-Marie Curry (LD) Tel: 07531304050 annemarie.curry@darlington.gov.uk Fred Lawton (LD) Tel: 467413 Alan Macnab (LD) Tel: 482015 Wed 16 July, Morrisons North Road, Car Park Entrance, 6pm-7pm. Wed 6 Aug, Northlands Methodist Church Entrance Hall, 9.15am10.15am.

FAVERDALE Richard Grundy (C) Tel: 266314. Wed 9 July, West Park Academy 6pm-7pm. HARROWGATE HILL WARD Gill Cartwright (C) Tel: 382276. Wed 6 Aug, Harrowgate CIU Ltd. Salters Lane North 7.30pm – 8.30pm. Marjory Knowles (L) Tel: 265847 John Vasey (L) Tel: 488513. Wed 16 July, Classroom in the New Sports Hall Longfield Academy 7pm-8pm. HAUGHTON EAST WARD Chris McEwan (L) Tel: 283262 Martin Landers (L) Tel: 07709804580. Sat 2 Aug, Asda Foyer 10am-11.30am. Wed 6 Aug, Red Hall Community Centre, 6pm7pm. HAUGHTON NORTH WARD Tom Nutt (L) Tel: 360953 thomas.nutt@darlington.gov.uk Beverley Hutchinson (L) Tel: 262015. Sat 2 Aug, Asda Foyer 10am-11.30am. HAUGHTON WEST WARD Nick Wallis (L) Tel: 488797 David Lyonette (L) Tel: 464693 Andy Scott (L) Tel: 253707 andrew.scott@darlington.gov.uk Wed 9 July, Salvation Army, Thompson St. 6pm–7pm, Sat 2 Aug, Asda Foyer 10am-11.30am. HEIGHINGTON AND CONISCLIFFE WARD Gerald Lee (C) Tel: 314622 Paul Crudass (C) Tel: 374537. There is no ward surgery to be held this month. HUMMERSKNOTT WARD Alan Coultas (C) Tel: 350453 Charles Johnson (C) Tel: 463712. Mon 28 July, Carmel College, 6pm-7pm.

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NORTHGATE WARD Eleanor Lister, (L) Tel. 254091 Dorothy Long, (L) Tel. 355755. There is no ward surgery to be held this month. PARK EAST WARD Paul Harman (L) Tel: 483259 Cyndi Hughes (L) Tel: 480975 Joe Lyonette (L) Tel: 263480. Fri 11 July, St. Columbas Church Hall 6-7pm. Fri 18 July , The Coleridge Centre 6-7pm. PARK WEST WARD Bob Donoghue (C) Tel: 352582 Heather Scott (C) Tel: 468547. Fri 18 July, 76 Carmel Road South 5pm6pm. PIERREMONT WARD Bob Carson (L) Tel: 240627 Stephen Harker (L) Tel: 380039 Linda Hughes (L) Tel: 07904772387. Wed 2 July and Wed 6 Aug, Reid Street Primary School 6-7pm. SADBERGE AND WHESSOE Brian Jones (C) Tel: 332820. Tue 29 July, Sadberge Village Hall, Supper Room, 6pm-7pm. Key: (L) Labour (C) Conservative (LD) Liberal Democrat

Upcoming Committee Dates Health and Well Being Board

Tue 15 July

3.30pm

Committee Room 1

Thur 17 July

5pm

Committee Room 2

Wed 22 July

9.30am

Committee Room 3

Planning Applications Committee Wed 30 July

1.30pm

Committee Room 2

Cabinet

General Licensing Committee